Program Scheduler, El Segundo

Intra Management Solutions

Job Location:

El Segundo, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Program Scheduler

Location
Onsite/hybrid El Segundo California

Employment Type
Full-Time Consultant

About IMS

Intra Management Solutions (IMS) is a trusted provider of program management integrated scheduling earned value management and strategic business solutions supporting aerospace defense and federal organizations. Our experienced professionals help clients successfully execute complex programs through innovative planning scheduling and project controls expertise.

Position Overview

IMS is seeking an experienced Program Scheduler to support a leading aerospace and defense manufacturing client in El Segundo California.

The role is expected to be hybrid with a combination of remote work and on-site collaboration. Candidates should anticipate travelling onsite for approximately one to two weeks each month.

The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing scheduling expertise experience working within complex production environments and the ability to collaborate effectively across Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineering Quality and Program Management teams.

This position requires a proactive professional who can identify schedule risks develop recovery plans and drive continuous process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

Integrated Program Scheduling

Develop maintain and analyze Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) supporting the full program lifecycle.
Create and maintain executable program and production schedules aligned with customer requirements manufacturing capacity material availability and program milestones.
Establish and maintain schedule baselines while ensuring schedule integrity throughout program execution.
Support planning activities from program initiation through production and final delivery.
Lead planning sessions and schedule reviews with cross-functional program teams.

Schedule Analysis & Reporting

Perform schedule trend analysis variance analysis critical path analysis and impact assessments.
Identify schedule risks constraints and opportunities while developing mitigation and recovery plans.
Generate schedule metrics reports dashboards and status updates for program leadership and customers.
Communicate schedule performance forecast completion dates and program impacts to key stakeholders.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Engineering Manufacturing Supply Chain Production Operations Quality Finance and Program Management to ensure schedule feasibility and successful program execution.
Coordinate planning activities across multiple functional organizations to support customer commitments.
Assist program leadership with schedule planning decision-making and performance recovery initiatives.

Scheduling Tools & Systems
Develop and maintain schedules using industry-standard scheduling applications including:

Microsoft Project Professional
Open Plan Professional
Enterprise Project Management (EPM) tools
Advanced Planning & Scheduling (APS) systems

Support schedule integration with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing execution processes while producing meaningful schedule analytics and performance reporting.

Required Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship required.
Minimum 3 years of experience in program scheduling manufacturing scheduling production planning or project scheduling within an aerospace defense or advanced manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and EIA-748 scheduling principles as pertaining to government contracts.
Experience performing Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA).
Experience developing and maintaining integrated project or production schedules.
Experience using Microsoft Project Open Plan Professional Enterprise Project Management tools or similar scheduling software.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint including the ability to analyze schedule data and generate reports.
Strong analytical organizational problem-solving and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across geographically dispersed cross-functional teams.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Engineering Business Project Management or a related discipline.
Five or more years of progressively responsible scheduling experience supporting complex aerospace or defense programs.
TS/SCI Security Clearance
Experience balancing technical cost and schedule constraints to achieve program objectives.
Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or Intelligence Community programs.
Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) ERP/MRP systems or Advanced Planning & Scheduling (APS) software.
Experience supporting complex or low-rate aerospace manufacturing environments.
Professional certifications such as AACE PMP PMI-SP or equivalent.

What IMS Offers

Competitive compensation
Opportunity to support high-visibility aerospace and defense programs
Professional growth and career development
Exposure to advanced manufacturing and program execution environments
Collaborative team culture focused on innovation integrity and mission success

Apply Today
If you are a motivated Program Scheduler who enjoys solving complex scheduling challenges and supporting mission-critical aerospace and defense programs we encourage you to apply and become part of the IMS team.

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Program SchedulerLocationOnsite/hybrid El Segundo CaliforniaEmployment TypeFull-Time ConsultantAbout IMSIntra Management Solutions (IMS) is a trusted provider of program management integrated scheduling earned value management and strategic business solutions supporting aerospace defense and federa...